Amid Busy Schedule and Past Controversies, the Rap Icon Bids Farewell After One Season, Leaving Fans Heartbroken Over His Mentorship and Authenticity

LOS ANGELES – November 18, 2025 – The Big Red Chairs of The Voice just got a little emptier, and Snoop Dogg’s fans are reeling from the loss. In a candid moment that softened his usually unshakable demeanor, the 53-year-old rap legend admitted during the Season 26 finale on December 10, “I gave everything I had to this stage, and to hear it’s not enough—it cuts deep.” The revelation, delivered with raw vulnerability to host Carson Daly, marks Snoop’s official departure from the NBC hit after just one season as a coach. While executives cite his jam-packed 2025 schedule as the primary reason, whispers of lingering backlash from earlier controversies have cast a shadow over what many hoped would be a long-term gig. For Snoop, whose career is a testament to resilience and reinvention, this isn’t just a professional pivot—it’s a poignant reminder of the fragile line between passion and public perception.

Snoop’s tenure on The Voice was a whirlwind of charisma and connection. Joining as a coach for Season 26 alongside Reba McEntire, Gwen Stefani, and Michael Bublé, he brought his signature laid-back wisdom and infectious energy to the panel, turning contestants like Jeremy Beloate—his top-five finalist—into fan favorites with advice that blended street smarts and spiritual insight. “It’s been a great experience for me,” Snoop told Daly post-finale, his voice steady but eyes reflecting a mix of gratitude and melancholy. “I didn’t know what I was signing on to, but I do know it feels like I could come back and do it again.” Yet, with Season 27’s lineup announced—featuring returning vets Adam Levine and John Legend alongside newcomers Kelsea Ballerini and Bublé—Snoop’s chair remains conspicuously vacant. NBC insiders confirm it’s a scheduling clash: the rapper’s plate is overflowing with the NFL Honors hosting gig on February 9, a starring role in Luc Besson’s The Last Man (releasing summer 2025), and his performance at the presidential inauguration earlier this year.

But beneath the logistics lies a narrative of tension. Snoop’s 2025 has been marred by controversy, particularly his August podcast remarks criticizing LGBTQ+ representation in children’s films like Lightyear. “I’m scared to go to the movies with my grandkids,” he said, lamenting same-sex couples in kids’ content and urging silence during a screening. The comments ignited backlash, with NBC reportedly placing him “on thin ice” and canceling his New Year’s Eve special as a “warning shot.” Sources told RadarOnline that executives feared advertiser revolt on the family-friendly Voice, viewing Snoop as a “liability” despite his wholesome collabs with Martha Stewart. Stewart, a longtime friend, was reportedly “disgusted,” feeling his views clashed with their brand’s inclusive ethos. Snoop’s rep dismissed the backlash as “fake news,” but the damage lingered, fueling speculation that his exit was mutually agreed upon to avoid further headlines.

For Snoop, the departure cuts deeper than a missed season. “This show gave me a platform to mentor kids who remind me of my own journey—from the streets to the stage,” he reflected in a post-finale Instagram Live, his voice softening. Fans, already devoted to his unfiltered authenticity, were left stunned and devastated. “Snoop brought heart and humor to those chairs—The Voice won’t be the same,” tweeted one viewer with 50k likes, while another posted, “From Doggystyle to coaching dreams, he’s always real. This hurts.” The finale’s emotional high—Snoop performing with Beloate and Sting—drew 12 million viewers, up 15% from the premiere, proving his impact. Beloate, who finished fifth, credited Snoop: “He saw my pain and turned it into power.”

Snoop’s resilience shines through. From his 1993 debut to Tha Blue Carpet Treatment (2006), he’s reinvented endlessly—marijuana advocate, wrestling commentator, even a preacher in Snoop Dogg Presents: The Doggumentary. His 2025 lineup includes a biopic cameo and a gospel album drop. “Challenges? I’ve danced with the devil and won,” he quipped in a Rolling Stone profile. As Season 27 looms without him, one thing’s clear: Snoop Dogg’s voice—gravelly, wise, unbreakable—will echo in those chairs forever. For fans mourning his absence, it’s a testament to perseverance: even when it’s “not enough,” authenticity endures.